About this episode

Mike Howell discusses the advantages and risks of early corn planting with Dr. Erick J. Larson.

Spring is here, and many growers are looking for opportunities to get corn in the ground early. When conditions line up for an early start, it can be a major advantage. But planting early means paying close attention to the factors that can influence corn emergence and development. In this episode, Mike Howell sits down with Dr. Erick J. Larson, a professor and extension agronomy specialist from Mississippi State University, to explore the advantages and risks of early planting, how soil temperature and moisture impact emergence and how early-season decisions can shape your corn's potential. They also uncover the value of starter fertilizers in corn, strategies for cover crop and nitrogen management and important considerations to make before the planter starts rolling. Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics

People in this episode

Host: Mike Howell

Guest: Dr. Erick J. Larson

Topics covered

• corn planting
• agronomy
• crop management
• soil temperature
• fertilizers
• early planting

Keywords

• corn
• early planting
• soil moisture
• crop nutrition
• fertilizers
• agronomy
• cover crops

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Mississippi State University, Nutrien, Nutrien Ekonomics

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